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Mahatma Red Beans And Rice Copycat Recipe

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Cheddars Red Beans And Rice Recipe 2022 Grab For Eats
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Description

If you love the taste of New Orleans-style cuisine, then you probably know about the delicious dish called Red Beans and Rice. This recipe features red kidney beans, Creole seasoning, and other spices combined with fluffy white rice. With this copycat recipe for Mahatma Red Beans and Rice, you can enjoy the flavors of the Big Easy in the comfort of your own home.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is about 10 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 45 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Mahatma white rice
  • 1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the onions, bell pepper, and celery and sauté for 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are soft and the onions are translucent.
  3. Add the garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the red kidney beans, bay leaf, Creole seasoning, thyme, paprika, cayenne pepper, chicken broth, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to low.
  6. Cover the pot and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until the beans are tender.
  7. While the beans are simmering, cook the rice according to the package directions.
  8. When the beans are tender, remove the bay leaf and adjust the seasoning to taste.
  9. Serve the red beans and rice hot, garnished with chopped parsley or green onions if desired.

Notes

This recipe can easily be made vegetarian by using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. You can also add in sliced Andouille sausage for a meaty twist on this classic dish.

Nutrition Info

This recipe yields 6 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 260
  • Total Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 605mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Dietary Fiber: 7g
  • Sugars: 2g
  • Protein: 9g

Recipe Tips

To make this recipe even easier, you can use canned red beans instead of dried beans. Just be sure to rinse them well before using to reduce the sodium content. You can also make this recipe in a slow cooker for a hands-off approach. Simply add all of the ingredients except for the rice to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the beans are tender. Serve over cooked rice.

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